Kia Optima Hybrid: Suspension System / Special Service Tools
| Special Service Tools |
| Tool Name / Number | Illustration | Description |
| Lower arm ball joint remover 0K545-A9100 |
| Removal of front lower arm from front axle |
| Personal Protective Equipment |
| Name | Illustration | Description |
| Insulation glove |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components [Insulation performance : 1000V / 300A or above] |
| Insulation shoes |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components |
| Insulation clothes |
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| Insulation helmet |
| |
| Safety glasses |
| Used in the case below • During Removal & installation or inspection of the high voltage battery terminals or wiring, which spark might happen. • During working on the high voltage battery pack assembly. |
| Face shield |
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| Insulation mat |
| Putting the removed high voltage components on the insulation mat to prevent safety accidents. |
| Insulation sheet |
| Covering
the high voltage components with insulation sheet to prevent people who
don’t wear the personal protective equipment from safety accidents. |
Specifications
Specifications Front Suspension ItemSpecificationSuspension typeMacPherson StrutShock absorberTypeHPD (High Performance Damper)Coil springFree Height [I.D. color]299.5mm (11.79 in.) [White - Yellow] Rear ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Vehicle inspection SYMPTOM CHART SymptomSuspect AreaRemedy (See page)Squeak or grunt-noise from the front suspension, occurs more in cold ambient temperatures-more noticeable over rough ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Repair procedures
Removal EPB Unit 1. Turn ignition OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Disconnect the EPB control unit connecter (A). 3. Remove the EPB control unit mounting nuts (B) and the EPB control unit. Tighten torque: 9.8 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft) EPB Switch 1. Turn ignition ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Auto Light Sensor Repair procedures
Inspection In the state of IGN1 ON, when multi function switch module detects auto light switch on, tail lamp relay output and head lamp low relay output are controlled according to auto light sensor''s input. The auto light control doesn''t work if the pin sunlight supply (5V regulated power from Ignition ...